The Pittsburgh Steelers are wasting no time retooling their offensive coaching staff, officially announcing five key hires on Monday that signal a clear direction under new leadership. Headlining the group is James Campen, who steps in as the offensive line coach, bringing with him decades of experience and a deep history with head coach Mike McCarthy.
Campen, 61, is no stranger to McCarthy. The two go way back to their days in Green Bay, where Campen was already on staff when McCarthy took over in 2006.
They worked side by side until 2018, forging one of the more enduring coach tandems in recent NFL memory. While Campen didn’t follow McCarthy to Dallas, he’s stayed active across the league, coaching offensive lines in Cleveland, Los Angeles (Chargers), Houston, and most recently Carolina.
More than just a technician in the trenches, Campen is known for the personal impact he’s had on players. Former Packers quarterback and four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers once called him a mentor, father figure, and friend-praise that speaks volumes about the kind of presence Campen brings to a locker room. That kind of leadership could be invaluable for a Steelers offensive line that’s still developing its identity.
Joining Campen in the trenches is Jahri Evans, who takes on the role of assistant offensive line coach. A finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, Evans brings both pedigree and recent coaching experience.
He’s been working with the New Orleans Saints since 2022 in various roles, including offensive assistant and assistant OL coach. Evans also has a direct connection to McCarthy, having played under him during his final NFL season with the Packers in 2017.
This pairing with Campen gives Pittsburgh a strong one-two punch of experience and player credibility up front.
In the wide receivers room, Adam Henry will take over as position coach. Henry comes to Pittsburgh after a three-year stint with the Buffalo Bills, where he helped develop one of the league’s most dynamic receiving corps.
He also spent time at Indiana and previously worked under McCarthy as the Cowboys' wide receivers coach from 2020 to 2021. Henry’s familiarity with McCarthy’s system should help ease the transition for Pittsburgh’s pass-catchers.
Ramon Chinyoung is set to coach the running backs after spending the last two seasons in Dallas as an assistant offensive line coach and offensive quality control coach. He remained on staff in 2025 under Brian Schottenheimer, which speaks to his adaptability and value. While Chinyoung’s background is heavily rooted in the offensive line, that perspective could be a real asset in the run game, particularly when it comes to scheme cohesion between blockers and backs.
Tom Arth will continue as quarterbacks coach, one of only two offensive coaches retained from Mike Tomlin’s final staff. Arth has a unique connection to McCarthy as well-he played quarterback for the Packers in 2006 during McCarthy’s first year in Green Bay. That shared history could help bridge the gap between the old and new regimes, offering some continuity in a room that’s often the heartbeat of any offense.
These hires come on the heels of three other staff additions announced earlier Monday: Jason Simmons as defensive pass game coordinator/defensive backs coach, Scott McCurley as inside linebackers coach, and Steve Scarnecchia as chief of staff.
Altogether, the Steelers are clearly building a coaching staff with a blend of familiarity, experience, and fresh perspective. With McCarthy at the helm and trusted voices like Campen, Evans, and Henry now in the fold, Pittsburgh is laying the foundation for a revamped offensive identity-one rooted in continuity, player development, and a shared vision for success.